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City of Hitchcock (TX)

Texas Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2021 International Building Code

2021 International Plumbing Code

2021 International Property Maintenance Code

2023 National Electric Code

2021 International Existing Building Code

2021 International Fuel and Gas Code

2021 International Mechanical Code

2021 International Residential Code

2021 International Energy Conservation Code

2021 International Fire Code

2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

2023 NFPA 70

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
147
Wind Notes

Exposure Category C

Snow Load
0
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

* Fire setbacks for roof top mounted solar are enforced through the 2018 International Building Code * Ground snow load value (psf) and wind speed value must be used for structural analysis as per Windstorm Requirements of Galveston County * A stamped letter and plans from a Windstorm Engineer are required. They must show proof that the roof is able to support the additional loads of the solar panels * The structural and electrical portion need to be stamped by a Windstorm Engineer

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps,Meter Adapter,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Electrical load calcs required for ALL projects. (even for MPU)

Attachment Detail Notes


Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Hitchcock (TX) building department before you rely on this, and treat it as a research head start, not a ruling. Getting quotes? Run them through the quote checker first.